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[Beginner] Recommended for adult piano beginners! Beautiful & stylish piano pieces

The piano’s clear, shimmering tone that soothes our hearts.

Now that we’re adults, many people are rediscovering its appeal and thinking, “I don’t just want to listen—I want to play it myself!” More and more are starting lessons: those who found practice a chore and piano lessons a burden as children, but now, as adults, want to practice again and learn to play.

In this article, we introduce beautiful and stylish piano pieces recommended for adult beginners and for those returning after a break.

From classical to Western pop, Japanese songs, video game music, and film scores, we’ve curated a wide selection to help you find a favorite piece.

[Beginner] Recommended for adult piano beginners! Beautiful & stylish piano pieces (61–70)

Carnaval, Op. 9 No. 5 — EusebiusRobert Schumann

Schumann. Carnaval Op. 9. 5. Eusebius. Partitura. Audición.
Carnaval, Op. 9 No. 5 — EusebiusRobert Schumann

The fifth piece, which stands quietly within Carnaval, symbolizes Schumann’s inner, dreamer-like side.

Written in E-flat major as an Adagio, it envelops the listener with a gentle, meditative atmosphere.

The poetic world woven by delicate melody and harmony is a distinctive charm of this work, composed between 1834 and 1835.

As a musical portrait of the characters Schumann created to express his own dual nature, it conveys deep introspection and serenity.

It is also recommended for beginner pianists: technically relatively simple yet an ideal piece for learning rich emotional expression.

Try it when you want to face your inner self or calm your mind.

Sonatina No. 9, First MovementMuzio Clementi

Sonatine No. 9, 1st Movement / Clementi / Piano / Sonatina Op. 36 No. 3 / Clementi / CANACANA
Sonatina No. 9, First MovementMuzio Clementi

For those seeking classical music with a bright, dazzling, and passionate resonance, I’d like to introduce a lively piece by Muzio Clementi.

Published in 1797, this work begins with forceful, energetic phrases and unfolds into light, flowing scale patterns.

Set at an Allegro (fast) tempo, it demands nimble fingerwork and dynamic expressiveness.

The well-balanced interplay of harmonious, beautiful chords and crisp staccato (bouncing tones) creates a splendid sense of brilliance and elegance.

With its clear, approachable melody, this piece is highly recommended for anyone who wants to fully savor the expressive range of the piano or add a vibrant, spirited work to their repertoire.

Lupin the Third Theme ’78Ōno Yūji

Lupin the Third Theme [Piano Sheet Music You Can Play in One Day, Even as a Beginner] – Theme From Lupin III – Piano Sheet Music
Lupin the Third Theme '78Ōno Yūji

When it comes to cool anime songs, you can’t leave out “Theme from Lupin the Third.” Composed by jazz pianist Yuji Ohno, it’s known for having various takes across the years, from funky versions to jazzy ones.

Even just playing the melody stands up on its own, so you can make it work by adding only a few notes in the left hand.

Beginners can perform it stylishly.

Once you become conscious of the rhythm in your playing, you’ll be able to deliver an even more leveled-up rendition of “Theme from Lupin the Third.”

Ave MariaFranz Schubert

Let me introduce Franz Schubert’s Ave Maria, a piece whose beautiful melody is truly cleansing to the soul.

With its simple structure and relaxed tempo, it’s easy even for beginners to play.

Try layering the flowing right-hand melody with a broad sense of phrasing over the steady six-tuplet accompaniment in the left hand.

The accompaniment sounds lovely as single notes, but adding chords will create an even richer sonority.

Start with a simple arrangement to grasp the character of the piece, then gradually challenge yourself with fuller accompaniments and a thicker melodic texture—highly recommended!

French Suite No. 5, BWV 816: SarabandeJ.S.Bach

For those who want to take on classical music or try playing an elegant dance, how about a beautiful sarabande excerpted from a Baroque suite? The third movement of the French Suite No.

5 in G major, BWV 816, is one of the most approachable works among the six suites composed between 1722 and 1725.

Written in a gentle triple meter, it features an ornate right-hand melody interwoven beautifully with a left-hand accompaniment.

Although originally a dance of Spanish origin, it exemplifies the sarabande as a refined form that took shape in France and Germany during the Baroque era.

With its deep expressiveness and serene beauty, this movement is recommended for those looking to refine their musicality, as it calls for thoughtful interpretation of ornaments and careful phrasing.

KanadeSukima Suichi

Sheet Music: “Kanade” by Sukima Switch – Advanced Piano Score
KanadeSukima Suichi

It’s a masterpiece whose gentle yet heartrending emotion resonates from the very first piano intro.

It conveys the desire to express bonds with loved ones through music, transcending physical distance and the passage of time.

Featured as an insert song in the film “Rough” and as the theme song for Fuji TV’s drama “Sotsu Uta,” it captured the hearts of many.

The serene piano melody and the richly expressive vocals blend in perfect balance, and since its release in March 2004, it became a long-running hit, charting on Oricon for 38 weeks.

It’s a recommended track for those who want to cherish it as a song of memories, or to express feelings for someone special through music.

Amazing Gracesanbika

“Amazing Grace” [How to Play Piano—Absolutely Playable for Beginners!] ☆1
Amazing Gracesanbika

Amazing Grace is one of the most beloved songs in America and is even called the “second national anthem.” Originally a hymn, its soul-cleansing, beautiful melody has captured many hearts and is now widely used as background music in television and film.

With few melodic leaps and a gentle, flowing tempo, it’s an easy piece for beginner pianists to play.

Jazz-style arrangements are also very cool, so once you’re comfortable with the basic version, be sure to give them a try!